Spark of Science

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Our #SparkofScience series showcases our favorite science experiments—some you can even do at home!

Rainbows

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Spark of Science Rainbows

We see rainbows everywhere - but how do they work?

Barany Chair

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Spark of Science Barany Chair

Calling all future astronauts - do you know what a barany chair is?

Buoyancy

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Spark of Science How Do Boats Float

Learn how to build your own boat!

Handwashing

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Spark of Science Handwashing

Learn why soap is so effective against viruses and the proper way to wash your hands thoroughly.

Condensation

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Condensation

Have you noticed that when it's really cold outside, you can see your breath? Do you know why?

Holiday Edition

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Holiday Edition

In this special edition of #SparkofScience, we share a little happiness, cheer and science from some of your favorite holidays.

Combustion

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Combustion

Around here, we love experimenting with combustion. But how it does actually work?

Halloween Edition

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Halloween Special

Happy Halloween! Get ready for for a special and extra spooky edition of #SparkofScience! ⚠️ Don't try this at home. ⚠️

Genie in a Bottle

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Genie in a Bottle

Ever wondered why hydrogen peroxide is stored in dark bottles? ⚠️ Don't try this at home. ⚠️

Hurricanes

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Hurricanes

Explore one of the essential ingredients for hurricanes - air.

Super Conductors

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Super Conductors

Learn about about super conductors and the magic of magnetic levitation. ⚠️ Don't try this at home. ⚠️

Parabolic Mirror

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Parabolic Mirror

Discover just how powerful the sun's energy really is. ⚠️ Adult supervision needed. ⚠️

Fireworks

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Fireworks

We're putting the 'spark' is this #sparkofscience video - get ready to learn all about fireworks!

Kinetic Energy!

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Enjoy this simple experiment that teaches us about kinetic energy.

Selective Attention

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Spark of Science Selective Attention

What do you notice and what DON'T you notice?

Stethoscope

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Spark of Science Build Your Own Stethoscope

We know that going into space affects the bodies of astronauts. So how does it affect their hearts? And how can you listen to your own?

Bike Gears

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Spark of Science Bike Gears

Learn how the ratio between the teeth of the front and back gears affect our ride.

Leap Year

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Leap Year

What is it and how does it work?

Red Eye

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Red Eye

You know how, when you take a photo, sometimes your eyes might glow red? While there are plenty of apps that can fix it, do you know WHY it happens?

Hovercraft

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Hovercraft

Do you know how to make a hovercraft?

The Theremin

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Theramin

A theremin can produce music that is both unique and eerie.

Liquid Nitrogen

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Liquid Nitrogen

Discover the mischievous nature of Liquid Nitrogen. ⚠️ Don't try this at home. ⚠️

Voice & Air

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Voice and Air

How does the air around us impact our voices? ⚠️ Adult supervision needed. ⚠️

Hoot Tube

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Hoot Tube

 Watch as we use a blowtorch to create music. ⚠️ Adult supervision needed. ⚠️

Kaowool

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Kaowool

Learn how kaowool works and how it helps protect astronauts in re-entry. ⚠️ Don't try this at home. ⚠️

Glovaphone

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Glovaphone

Discover how to turn ordinary household items into a musical instrument!

Static Electricity

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Spark of Science Static Electricity

Did you know that you can bend water?

Seeds

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Spark of Science Seeds

We all know that plants come from seeds. But how does that work? And where can you find them?

After Image

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Did you know that prolonged staring can cause you to see a colorful after image?

Crystals

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DIY Crystals!

Discover how to make your own crystals! ⚠️ Adult supervision needed. ⚠️

Electrolysis

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Electrolysis

We're going to use water to make a fire. Wait, what? ⚠️ Don't try this at home. ⚠️

Ultrasound

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Ultrasound

Have you ever seen an ultrasound picture, but had no idea what you were looking at?  Want to learn more? Stop by our Giant Heart exhibit!

Vacuum Chamber

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Are you ready to talk about air? ⚠️ Adult supervision needed. ⚠️

Hydrogen Bubbles

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Hydrogen Bubbles

What happens when you add hydrogen to soap and water and then light it on fire? ⚠️ Don't try this at home. ⚠️

Lasers

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Spark of Science Lasers Graphic

Ever wonder how lasers work or how strong they really are? ⚠️ Adult supervision needed. ⚠️

Tesla Coil

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Tesla Coil

Our team has a pretty cool way of making music using electricity.

Armonica

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Armonica

Learn about sound waves using one of Benjamin Franklin's inventions.

Alka-Rockets

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Alka-Rockets

Learn how to make Alka-Rockets in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing! ⚠️ Adult supervision needed. ⚠️

Fire Tornadoes

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Fire Tornado

Get ready for the heat!  ⚠️ Don't try this at home. ⚠️